The Richmond Flying Squirrels are excited to announce a FUNN contest for kids! During the month of October, fans 14 and under can submit an essay on why Nutzy the Flying Squirrel should come to their class's Halloween party. Nutzy will read each essay and select one lucky winner.

The winning fan will receive:

A one-hour visit from Nutzy to their classroom's Halloween party

A pizza party for the winner's class

Prize for each student in the winner's class

A Flying Squirrels prize pack

Submissions will be accepted through October 23rd, 2013. The winner and teacher will be notified by October 29th, 2013.

During the one hour visit, Nutzy will be available for pictures with the class, Halloween story time, and of course plenty of high-fives.

Please send all essays with student name, school name and teacher contact info to stefanie.sacks@squirrelsbaseball.comor for questions call 804-359-FUNN ext. 324. Deadline for entries is Wednesday, October 23rd!

Don't forget about SQUIRRELOWEEN on Sunday October 27th! From 2-6PM, come trick-or-treat through The Diamond for candy, crafts and pictures with your favorite mascots! In addition, there will be a hayrides and a farmer's market! Families are encouraged to wear costumes for our costume contest!

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